Philadelphia, PA 19147
from $25 per hour
(5)
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Experience: 30 yrs
Hi, I'm Dorothy - a professional Philadelphia nanny offering warm, structured, one-on-one care for infants and young children. I have worked in Holland and England and am fluent in Dutch and German. My style is active, loving, and developmentally intentional. I believe children need more than supervision: they need safety, affection, rest, conversation, movement, fresh air, play, and steady support through each stage. My care may include tummy time, reading, singing, sensory play, outdoor walks, nap support, bottles/meals, diapering, comfort, early learning through play, and age-appropriate social experiences. My experience include infant thru ages 6-8. I'm a native Philadelphian and enjoy using local parks, libraries, storytimes, playgroups, and child-friendly activities when appropriate. I'm a good fit for families who value communication, trust, outdoor time, photo updates, and a clear written agreement. Full background checks and first aid certified
Dorothy watched our nine-month baby for a week while I was overseas and my husband was working. I was so nervous to leave my little girl, but after a day with Dorothy, I felt completely at ease. Dorothy sent multiple videos, updating me on what was happening. In each one, my daughter was laughing, crawling, playing, exploring. Dorothy spoke to her with kindness and love. Dorothy also showed up promptly every day, even when the mornings started at 6 am, which was a huge relief for my husband! I already plan on hiring Dorothy again.
6/8/2026
Age groups
Rates
Recurring jobs
$25/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$26/hr
2 children
$29/hr
Can help with
Carpooling
Child care
Craft assistance
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Swimming supervision
Transportation
Travel
Education
Columbia University
Some college
Languages
Dutch
English
German
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Early child development knowledge
Additional details
Non-smoker
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